Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) Associate - Summer / Fall 2026

PwC•Kirkland, WA

18h

About The Position

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. In digital assurance at PwC, you will focus on providing assurance services over clients' digital environment, including processes and controls, cyber security measures, data and AI systems, and their associated governance, to help organisations and their stakeholders build trust in their technology while complying with relevant regulations. Driven by curiosity, you are a reliable, contributing member of a team. In our fast-paced environment, you are expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow. You are expected to take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the Firm, you build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Apply a learning mindset and take ownership for your own development. Appreciate diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Adopt habits to sustain high performance and develop your potential. Actively listen, ask questions to check understanding, and clearly express ideas. Seek, reflect, act on, and give feedback. Gather information from a range of sources to analyse facts and discern patterns. Commit to understanding how the business works and building commercial awareness. Learn and apply professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), uphold the Firm's code of conduct and independence requirements. The Opportunity As a Digital Assurance & Transparency (DAT) Associate, you will engage in a dynamic environment where you will support teams in delivering digital assurance services, focusing on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's methodologies. In this role, you will be part of the Digital Assurance team, working alongside professionals who are committed to excellence in operational risk management, compliance auditing, and IT controls. You will have the opportunity to apply a learning mindset, take ownership of your development, and appreciate diverse perspectives. By actively listening and asking questions, you will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns. This role offers a dynamic environment where you can develop your analytical and adaptable skills, contributing to the reliability and teamwork essential for success. You will participate in project tasks, engage in research, and support senior staff, using a broad range of tools and methodologies to generate new ideas and solve problems. This is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the business context and how it is evolving, while interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations. Embrace the chance to navigate complex situations, anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and use these moments as opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, or Information Technology
Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
At least a 3.0 overall GPA
Client service associate positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are completing or have recently completed their final academic year of educational requirements.

Nice To Haves

Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
Demonstrating proficiency in auditing methodologies and compliance standards
Utilizing auditing skills to enhance information technology general control processes
Applying risk management strategies in assurance projects
Engaging in process reviews to optimize operational efficiency
Implementing IT governance frameworks to support client assurance needs

Responsibilities

Conducting audits using established methodologies to assess compliance with regulatory guidelines and internal controls
Collaborating with teams to evaluate and enhance data quality through validation and assurance testing
Applying cybersecurity governance frameworks to manage and mitigate risks effectively
Utilizing cloud engineering principles to design and implement scalable solutions for digital assurance
Engaging in process reviews to identify areas for improvement and align workflows with organizational objectives
Supporting the development and implementation of IT governance and controls to safeguard information assets
Participating in the assessment of operational risk management strategies to enhance decision-making processes
Analyzing data quality assessments to provide insights and recommendations for process optimization
Assisting in the application of artificial intelligence platforms to streamline auditing processes and improve efficiency
Contributing to the development of governance frameworks to promote responsible corporate governance practices
Collaborating with stakeholders to address compliance and governance challenges within the assurance sector
Engaging in active listening and communication to foster teamwork and support client engagement initiatives